MBBS Students Required to Complete Course within 9 Years of Admission, States NMC

Srishti Kathuria
Updated: June 13, 2023
IST: 10:32 am

“NMC has informed that the student will not be permitted to exceed four attempts in the first year (MBBS) under any circumstances, and no student will be allowed to pursue the undergraduate medical course beyond nine years from the date of admission.”

In a recent development, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has introduced new regulations specifying that students pursuing MBBS must complete their course within a maximum of nine years from the date of admission. The circular also states that students will have a maximum of four attempts to clear the first year.

The NMC has further emphasized the implementation of common counseling for admissions to graduate courses in all medical institutions across the country. This counseling will be based on the merit list of the NEET-UG examination.

As per the gazette notification released by the NMC on June 2, it is explicitly mentioned that no student will be granted more than four attempts to clear the first year of MBBS. Additionally, no student will be permitted to continue the undergraduate medical course after the completion of nine years from the date of admission.

It should be noted that a student admitted into a Graduate Medical Education Program will only be considered to have completed their graduation after successfully completing their compulsory rotating medical internship, as per the Compulsory Rotating Medical Internship Regulations, 2021.

The gazette further states that common counseling for admission to graduate courses in medicine will be conducted for all medical institutions in India, based on the NEET-UG merit list. The counseling process will adhere to the seat matrix provided by the NMC, and it may involve multiple rounds as necessary.

The responsibility of counseling will be assigned to a designated authority appointed by the government, which will also determine and notify its agency and methodology for all undergraduate seats.

The Undergraduate Medical Education Board (UGMEB) will be responsible for publishing guidelines for the conduct of common counseling. The designated authority, as mentioned in section 17, will conduct the counseling in accordance with these published guidelines.

Furthermore, the regulations explicitly state that no medical institute should admit any candidate to the Graduate Medical Education (GME) course in violation of these regulations.

More Education News

About the Author

Srishti Kathuria

Srishti, an accomplished writer who specializes in covering the education vertical for IndiaEducation. She is dedicated to providing insightful and informative content to help students, parents, and educators stay up-to-date with the latest trends, news, and developments in the education sector. Srishti's writing not only informs but also inspires, empowering readers to make informed decisions about their education and career paths. Her engaging writing style, coupled with her in-depth research and analysis, has earned her a reputation as a trusted source of information and advice on all things related to education.

December Edition Magazine

View Magazine

Subscribe to IndiaEducation

Get your daily latest education news.

June 9, 2023June 9, 2023

Minimum 6 IELTS band scores in individual sections is not a mandatory requirement for Canada’s SDS

Minimum 6 IELTS band scores in individual sections is not a mandatory requirement for Canada's SDS

Srishti Kathuria
Updated: June 9, 2023
IST: 10:34 am

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) requirement has been revised by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and it will be effective from August 10.

According to IDP Education, the co-owner of IELTS, individuals taking the IELTS test and applying for Canadian study permits through the Student Direct Stream category will no longer be obligated to attain a minimum score of 6.0 bands in all individual sections of the test starting from August.

Effective from August 10, the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) requirement has been amended by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

“In light of the recent modifications made by the IRCC, we are pleased with the decision that IELTS Academic test-takers applying through the SDS program will now only need an overall score of 6 bands. There is no longer a minimum score requirement of six bands in each section, according to IDP Education’s Regional Director for South Asia and Mauritius, Piyush Kumar.

This update represents a positive shift towards recognising the comprehensive abilities of test-takers, as opposed to focusing solely on individual instrument scores. We believe this change will allow more talented students from around the globe to pursue their educational goals in Canada, and it also reflects the Canadian government’s confidence in the IELTS,” he said.

IELTS is one of the most well-known English language proficiency examinations for study, migration, and employment. Each year, more than three million people take the exam, which is recognized by more than 11,000 employers, universities, institutions, and immigration agencies worldwide.

The Student Direct Stream (SDS) is a streamlined study permit processing programme for international students applying to study in Canada at a designated post secondary institution.

The SDS programme has consistently provided eligible students with a streamlined and expedited path to study in Canada. It expedites visa processing and facilitates students transition into Canadian educational institutions.

“Test participants will now find the SDS program even more appealing. IELTS has the most extensive network of testing centers. It offers paper-based tests in over 150 locations in over 80 cities in India, as well as computer-delivered exams in 46 centers, making it extremely convenient for candidates. We also intend to introduce IELTS One Skill Retake (OSR) in India in the near future so that candidates have the option to retake any section of the exam, said Kumar.

“We encourage students interested in pursuing their education in Canada to take advantage of the SDS program’s revised English test requirements. “The removal of the minimum score requirement in all individual bands of the IELTS Academic test represents a more inclusive and holistic approach to evaluating students’ language proficiency, thereby facilitating the pursuit of higher education by a broader range of talented individuals,” he added.